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Council advances ordinance to regulate e-bikes, scooters and other mobility devices
Summary
Committee forwarded a proposed Chapter 372 that defines mobility-device classes, age and equipment requirements (helmet, lights, audible signal), where devices may operate, prohibited behaviors and parental responsibility. Council scheduled the item for Council consideration on July 6.
The committee considered proposed Ordinance establishing Chapter 372 to regulate mobility devices including electric bicycles (class 1–3), motorized scooters and electric skateboards. The measure defines device classes, sets age limits (10+ for Class 1–2; 16+ and licensed for Class 3), equipment requirements (lights visible to 500 feet, audible signal, rearview mirror for e-bikes), and where devices may operate (roads 35 mph or less; class 1–2 allowed on designated sidewalks/trails at pedestrian pace).
The ordinance prohibits unsafe operation (wheelies, one‑handed operation), unauthorized modifications to increase speed beyond manufacturer specs, improper parking that blocks ramps or hydrants, and sets enforcement tools including impoundment and minor-misdemeanor penalties. The measure contains parental‑responsibility language making guardians liable if warned and a minor reoffends.
Council members asked for clarifications about electric motorbikes (those without pedals default to state motorcycle rules including registration and licensing) and how the municipal code will treat golf carts (state law allows municipal permission). Committee voted to move the measure to the July 6 council meeting for first reading.
